Advanced Practice Provider, Mineral Metabolism Clinic
About The Position
The Mineral Metabolism Clinic is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to deliver comprehensive care focused on the prevention, accurate diagnosis, and effective treatment of a wide range of bone and mineral disorders. In this role, the APP will see both new and established patients and will potentially read bone density scans as needed. You will work closely with physicians, nursing leadership, and administrative teams to optimize patient care and advance quality improvement initiatives. We are seeking a licensed APRN or Physician Assistant who demonstrates strong communication, organizational, and technology skills, along with the flexibility to adapt to evolving health system needs. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of APP practice within a growing, patient‑centered team. Monday-Friday, Clinic hours. Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- Graduate of a master’s degree or higher Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program. OR
- Master’s degree or higher in nursing, documentation of completion of accredited Advanced Practice Education Program. Graduate education and related Texas Board of Nursing authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population.
- Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Certification required. Licensed by the Texas Physician Assistant Board. OR
- Licensure as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by Texas State Board of Nursing. Authorization for prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing.
- Current applicable Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association or American Red Cross Life Support certification(s) based on UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers.
- Strong communication, organizational, and technology skills
- Flexibility to adapt to evolving health system needs
Responsibilities
- Conducts and documents comprehensive initial and ongoing physical examinations based on age and diagnosis, including psychological status.
- Synthesizes data and utilizes evidence to develop, implement, and evaluate the patient plan of care, including ordering and interpreting laboratory, radiology, and other diagnostic studies/results.
- Demonstrates proficiency in technical/procedural skills, as appropriate and based on specialty and training.
- Provides relevant management, referrals, counseling, and education to patients, families, and caregivers related to current care and preventive health measures.
- Facilitates/participates in quality related initiatives and/or clinical research protocols through planned group processes, workshops, seminars, and staff meetings, to improve clinical and system practice performance.
- Collaborates in research projects and protocols; and routinely applies evidence based best practices to patient care
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100%25 coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
